Robin Lill
Documents
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document fileCV 2016
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2006 |
Costume Assistant
Theatre |
A Few Good Men Bill Kenwright Ltd |
West End |
2006 |
Costume Assistant
Theatre |
Hey Fever Bill Kenwright Ltd |
West End |
2006 |
Costume Assistant
Theatre |
The Nose The Opera Group |
UK Tour |
2006 |
Costume Assistant
Theatre |
Joseph/ The Hollow/ This Is Elvis Bill Kenwright Ltd |
|
2006 |
Deputy Costume Supervisor
Theatre |
National Youth Theatre Season 06 NYT |
Soho Theatre |
2005 |
Costume Supervisor
Theatre |
The Big Life Bill Kenwright Ltd |
|
2005 |
Costume Assistant
Theatre |
Scrooge (UK Tour & West End)/ A Man For All Seasons Bill Kenwright Ltd |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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1990 | The Cut and Construction of Ladies Costume | Wimbledon School Of Art |
Equipment
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About me
I have been a costume maker for over 20 years and have worked in Theatre, Television and had hundreds of private clients.The pictures on my profile are just a small amount of the work I have done.
One of the greatest assets of having worked in live theatre and TV is the ability to work extremely quickly. On one occasion the lead was taken ill and the stand-in only had one hour's notice of the performance. That meant I had thirty minutes to re-size a costume. The last stitch went in as they were literally stepping out on stage.
My passion is for period costumes. Their construction is complicated and is sometimes closer to engineering than sewing. Corset and crinolines are actually my speciality. Think Marie Antoinette. My signature costume is a metre and half wide crinoline. It also has a near indestructible custom corset. I haven't included a picture as it's often copied!!!
When it comes for fine detail, I once made a feature costume for a Bill Kenwright production of Agatha Christie's 'The Hollow'. The dress was dramatic as it had very striking plunging back neckline to the waist. I'm happy to say there were sharp intakes of breath as the very glamorous actress lowered her stole to reveal the dress. It was a very proud moment.
Budgets. If you want something inexpensive I'm your man. My experience of shopping on a low budget is extensive. When it comes to my own fees, I'd ask you to consider that what you pay for is a vast amount of insight, experience and speed. Don't be fooled by cheap hourly rates... Enough said...
I'm also able to make most domestic furnishings. This includes re-upholstery. I've also a huge amount of experience in making soft furnishing for stage productions and commercial venues.
My own workroom is fully equipped, and I'm based in High Street Kensington.
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Robin
Additional skills:
Wig dressing
Industry awards:
N/A
Referees:
Available on request
Additional information:
I am based in High Street Kensington.
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Costume Assistant |
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Job Titles | Costume Designer, Costumer Maker, Costume / Costume Support, Wardrobe / Wardrobe Support, General Wigs |
Years in industry | 6+ years |